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Centuries-old larch route of Cavaion

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Category
Theme trail
Difficulty
Moderate
Activity time
3:30
Durata in ore
Distance
6.5
Distance in km
This route, which connects two picturesque mountain huts, takes us to discover spectacular centuries-old larches, whose roots date back to the late 1300s.
The oldest Solander larches in the Trentino sector of Stelvio Park are located above Malga Pontevecchio and on the trail to Malga Verdignana. These are centuries-old larches dating back to the late 1300s. This themed route is one of four “Dendrochronology Trails of Stelvio National Park,” devised thanks to dendrochronology, i.e., through the study of the annual rings of trees.
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© Parco Nazionale dello Stelvio (settore Trentino)
Photos: Parco Nazionale dello Stelvio (settore Trentino)
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Route info

Moderate
Distance
6.5 km
Activity time
3:30 h.
Uphill Elevation
410 m
Downhill elevation
410 m
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
2148 m
Lowest point
1740 m
Height difference
408 m

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Parco Nazionale dello Stelvio

Suggestions

Thanks to specific dendrochronology studies, based on cores taken from living trees and slices from old stumps analyzed, it was possible to reconstruct that these old trees are witnesses of the climate in Val di Sole during the “Little Ice Age” (1580-1850) and during the present global warming (since 1850).

Safety information

The information contained in this sheet is subject to inevitable changes; no indication therefore has absolute value. It is impossible to completely avoid inaccuracies or errors, given the rapid changes in environmental or weather conditions that may occur. In this sense, we decline all responsibility for any changes experienced by the user. It is recommended, however, to verify, before undertaking a hike, the status of the area and the environmental or weather conditions.

Ten tips for your hikes:

1) prepare your itinerary

2) choose a route suitable for your skill level

3) choose proper equipment and gear

4) consult the snow and weather bulletins

5) starting alone is riskier

6) leave information about your itinerary and approximate return time

7) do not hesitate to trust a professional

8) pay attention to signs and markings on the route

9) do not hesitate to turn back

10) in case of an accident, raise the alarm by calling the emergency number 112

Starting point

Loc. Tablà - Val de la Mare

Directions

The route begins at the Tablà parking lot, in Val de la Mare. Cross the bridge over the Noce Stream and follow the dirt road leading to Malga Pontevecchio. Then take the deviation onto the path that ascends the wooded slope to the intersection with the CAI-SAT 140 trail, following it towards Malga Verdignana. From the hut, descend on the mule track marked 140 B, which returns to Malga Pontevecchio.

Public transportation

The starting point of this route is not reachable by public transport.

For more information:

Trentino Trasporti S.p.A.

Trentino Trasporti

How to get there

Starting from the village of Cogolo, reach the parking lot in the locality of Tablà by car, where the itinerary begins.

Where to park

Parking lot in the locality of Tablà, in Val de la Mare.

Recommended clothing and equipment suitable for alpine hiking, in particular:

  • mountain boots
  • trekking poles
  • waterproof windbreaker, gloves, and hat

Ice crampons and a headlamp are recommended.